What Are The Benefits And Cons Of The Paleo Diet?

11 Aug

An often misunderstood piece of the Paleo diet is in the use of standard cuts of meat instead of organ meats, bone broth and other collagen sources (which should in fact be included in the Paleo Diet).

-How would you define it?

If the caveman didn’t eat it, neither should you.

-What can you eat on the paleo diet?

  • Fruits and Vegetables
  • Healthy fats from nuts, seeds, avocados, olive oil, fish oil and grass-fed meat
  • Lean Meats
  • Seafood
  • Nuts & Seeds
  • Healthy Fats

-Who does it benefit?

It benefits those looking for Improved blood lipids, weight loss, and reduced pain from autoimmunity

-What are the pros and cons of this diet?

  • Pros: It will remove the foods that are at odds with your health (grains, legumes, and dairy)  and it will also increase the intake of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Basically, anyone trying to get healthy and lose weight would benefit from this diet. It can reverse the signs and symptoms of insulin resistant, Type 2 diabetes. And, it can help fight against autoimmunity (a process where our own immune system attacks “us”)
  • Cons: 1) its expensive 2) You don’t eat grains or dairy which may be good for your health 3) Could be difficult for Vegetarians since it excludes beans. 4) It would be hard to get all the necessary carbs (i.e. an athlete needs about 3-6grams/Lb of body weight).

-Is it effective?

Yes! 1) You are more likely to eat a healthy diet without additives, preservatives, or chemicals. 2) You can get lots of Iron from the red meat. 3) And you will notice greater satiety (hence, greater weight loss) due to the increased# protein intake.

Are you ready to #finishitwithfinishfit?

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